Examples of hemline in a Sentence
The hemline falls just above the knee.
I shortened the hemline on the dress.
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Miller’s exact dress from Debute London, which features a bustier top, lace trim, and a short hemline, is a great example of the details that turn the trend more contemporary, while still nodding to its nostalgic, charming nature.
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Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
3 July 2026
The return of this nostalgic style proves that longer hemlines can be just as chic as a midi skirt or dress—albeit more unexpected.
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Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
2 July 2026
Short hemlines and heels that match your skin tone are the key to longer-looking legs, and mini skirts like this skort from Senserise are a great way to try out the style without breaking the bank.
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Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
1 July 2026
This structured pair is a close match to Lohan’s shorts with crisp offset pleats and an invisible hemline, both of which dress up the look.
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Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
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Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
3 July 2026
The return of this nostalgic style proves that longer hemlines can be just as chic as a midi skirt or dress—albeit more unexpected.
—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
2 July 2026
Short hemlines and heels that match your skin tone are the key to longer-looking legs, and mini skirts like this skort from Senserise are a great way to try out the style without breaking the bank.
—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
1 July 2026
This structured pair is a close match to Lohan’s shorts with crisp offset pleats and an invisible hemline, both of which dress up the look.
—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for hemline
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“Hemline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hemline. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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hemline
noun
hem·line
ˈhem-ˌlīn 
: the line formed by the hem of a dress, skirt, or coat
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